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The Science Exchange Sea Turtle Internships

by: The Science Exchange

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The Science Exchange is the only nonprofit organization offering affordable, customized, field-based sea turtle research internships for undergraduate and graduate science students worldwide. Interns travel to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and other Latin American destinations, where they undertake a range of tasks. They can work at a sea turtle research center on the beach or in a lab,...

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Program Highlights

Participate in an immersion study abroad, with no large groups or classrooms.

Receive a partial scholarship, which is offered to all students.

Get a customized internship package that fits your individual schedule, budget, and language abilities.

Make a difference by saving an endangered turtle species and helping communities in need.

Skip the 1-20 visa requirement for non-U.S. students.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica
  • Mexico
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundIntern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
Cost Per Week$600-900
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Biology
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Management
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.29

Total Reviews

31

Whales whales and more whales

February 21, 2023by: Rose Pollard - United StatesProgram: The Science Exchange Sea Turtle Internships
10

The humpback whale research I participated in has been the most rewarding thing I've ever done and opened my eyes to where I want to take my career in the future. I am presenting a poster on the research at the SDSU Student Research Symposium this spring - this is a resume building experience.

Mom whale and it's calfMom whale and it's calf

Amazing experience!

June 17, 2022by: Diana Rios - MexicoProgram: The Science Exchange Sea Turtle Internships
9

This program was an amazing experience. It gave the chance to work with a vulnerable Sea turtle specie ("Golfina") and I could understand how important is to support this kind of wildlife conservation programs. I had the privilege to write a scientific paper related to nesting techniques. Even it was published on a bilingual and international magazine. It helped me to improve my CV. As a Veterinarian I want to continue my studies with this particular animal. The program also immerses you into a multicultural experience

Releasing baby sea turtle.

An amazing opportunity to grow intellectually

May 11, 2022by: Lizzette G - United StatesProgram: The Science Exchange Sea Turtle Internships
10

Working with The Science Exchange and encountering my first abroad experience was life changing. I grew a fond appreciation for sea turtle conservation, Costa Rica and environmental education. Being able to immerse myself in a different culture while learning about Costa Rica culture was an amazing opportunity to grow intellectually.

Leatherback hatchling

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica
  • Mexico

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Biology
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Management

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Intern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Cost per week

$600-900

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application
  • Transcript

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